Texas Outside General Counsel
What Are Outside General Counsel Services?
General counsel services in Texas are offered by established, independent law firms on an ongoing basis. Businesses pay a monthly retainer fee to access services as needed.
Whether you own a small startup or a thriving commercial venture, there are several benefits inherent to on-demand legal services provided by a team of experienced attorneys.
At a Glance
At Mims Ballew Hollingsworth, we provide Texas businesses with ongoing outside general counsel services designed to support daily operations and long-term growth. Our team offers flexible, retainer-based legal support tailored to your company’s size, industry, and risk profile.
We assist with contract management, compliance, risk mitigation, corporate governance, and dispute resolution, delivering practical guidance that helps prevent legal issues before they arise. Whether you need day-to-day legal support or strategic counsel during critical decisions, we act as an extension of your business.
Known for our responsiveness and business-focused approach, we help companies operate with confidence while reducing legal risk and overhead.
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Services for Texas Businesses
MBH offers a comprehensive slate of general counsel services for Texas businesses, including:
- Compliance and risk management
- Contract management
- Dispute resolution
- Corporate governance
- Regulatory defense
Your legal needs are unique to your business. We’ll collaborate closely with you to provide tailored services that support your operations and foster peace of mind.
Why Texas Businesses Choose OGC Over In-House Counsel
Choosing the right solutions to ensure optimal efficiency in business operations means understanding all your options. There are numerous advantages to be gained when you partner with a qualified outside general counsel lawyer.
Annual Cost
Between a salary, benefits, and bonuses, hiring a single mid-level attorney could set you back more than $250,000 per year.
By contrast, a retainer for OGC services will cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars a month, depending on your required legal services. Even if you spend $10,000 a month, this option is less than half the cost of in-house services.
Depth of Knowledge
Even businesses that can afford one or two in-house legal professionals will face knowledge gaps. Partnering with an outside general counsel firm provides access to a team of professionals with the breadth of knowledge needed to assist Texas businesses with complex legal concerns.
Response Time
A single employee can only do so much. Peak workloads, PTO, and sick days can cause delays that leave your company vulnerable to legal setbacks. Your OGC team is always available, with the insights and resources to address your concerns as they arise.
Understanding of Texas Regulations
Compliance with regulatory agencies like the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), among others, is a major responsibility for any business operation.
Our general counsel services attorneys have years of experience navigating the evolving demands of regulatory agencies and dealing with Texas courts.
Impartial Perspective
Company employees, such as in-house counsel, have a stake in internal operations that could color their viewpoint. As such, they may act in their own interests or the interests of coworkers at the expense of the company.
This isn’t a problem with outside attorneys, who can offer a fresh, objective approach, even to the most sensitive internal matters.
Our General Counsel Process
When partnering with a new client, there are a few steps we take to ensure mutual understanding and client satisfaction, including:
- Discovery session
- Custom legal roadmap
- Crisis management
During our discovery session, we’ll map your business goals, enumerate industry exposures, and seek to understand your risk tolerance. An Austin tech company will have very different goals and challenges from a West Texas oil service.
From there, your general counsel services lawyer will create a tailored roadmap that prioritizes your legal needs, whether you’re drafting an employee handbook, need help with Texas franchise tax compliance, or have concerns about protecting intellectual property.
Lastly, we offer crisis management for unanticipated situations like lawsuits, with Texas litigation professionals to strategize and guide you through the process.
FAQs
Stop Paying for Legal Emergencies and Start Preventing Them
You may not realize the scope of legal concerns you face when starting a business. As a result, you could end up overpaying for piecemeal services or rushing to hire insufficient in-house counsel.
With outside general counsel services from Mims Ballew Hollingsworth, you’ll benefit from having unrestricted access to a qualified team of legal professionals who are well-versed in Texas law. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover what we can do for your business.